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NAS selection - Enquiries - 09-20-2024
Hi,
I used to build my own NAS systems, operatiing with OpenMediaVault, just serving as NFS file server. very quietly operating in big tower Fractal cases.
One issue is, that the systems can not be upgraded from version to version, and that makes it difficult.
I will lease the business next year. My boss wants me to order a commercial NAS for now with easy maintenance and operation, and that also consumes much less energy.
I am really confused by so many informations and options.
The network was recently upgraded from 1 to 10 GB, 2.5G is operating quite well and I think that this should be standard, with the option to upgrade to 10G.
We don't know if a rack-mounted option would be superior, but could we use such a case without rack too?
At least 6 bays should be o.k, better 8.
Best regards,
Juergen
RE: NAS selection - ed - 09-20-2024
Given your requirements and the recent network upgrade to 10GB, it’s great to see you're considering high-performance NAS options. Based on the list of models you're exploring, here are my recommendations:
QNAP TS-855eU-RP (C5125 8GB 2U 8-Bay): This model stands out due to its excellent processing power (Gear Score 8631) and 2U rackmount form factor. It also supports easy upgrades to 10G with a LAN card. At $1999, it’s a great option for a future-proof, high-performance NAS suitable for business use.
QNAP TS-873AeU (V1500B 4GB 2U 8-Bay): A more cost-effective choice at $1322.99, with a solid performance score of 4584. It offers the flexibility to upgrade to 10G and is suitable for medium-scale operations.
Synology RS1221+ (V1500B 4GB 2U 8-Bay): This Synology model is priced at $1299.99 and provides reliable performance. Synology’s DSM is known for being user-friendly, which might ease your transition from custom-built setups to commercial NAS.
Considering your budget (€6000), any of these options will meet your storage and performance needs, with room to include storage drives as well. If you're looking for ease of management, Synology would offer a smoother experience with its DSM software, while QNAP provides more hardware flexibility.
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